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Controls Spotify playback on macOS via AppleScript.

Updated Feb 22, 2026
Search Tags:#macos#music#playback#control#spotify#volume
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattstyles333/openclaw-workspace --skill spotify-mattstyles333
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: spotify
Source: https://github.com/mattstyles333/openclaw-workspace/tree/main/skills/spotify
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattstyles333/openclaw-workspace --skill spotify-mattstyles333

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control Spotify playback directly from the command line on macOS, enabling seamless music management without needing to interact with the Spotify application's GUI.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Playback Control: Play, pause, skip to the next or previous track, and stop playback.
  • Volume Adjustment: Increase, decrease, or set Spotify volume to a specific percentage.
  • Status Check: Get information about the currently playing track.
  • Playback by Name: Play specific artists, albums, or tracks by searching for them and using their Spotify URLs.

Quick Start

Use the spotify skill to pause music playback.

Frequently Asked Questions about spotify

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Spotify playback from the macOS command line?▼

You can control Spotify playback on macOS by executing commands to play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume without interacting with the GUI. This integration uses AppleScript to manage playback states directly from your terminal.

Can I play a specific Spotify artist or album by name using terminal commands?▼

Yes, you can play specific artists, albums, or tracks by name on macOS. The command searches for the requested media and uses Spotify URLs to start playback directly within the desktop application.

Does macOS Spotify control require the desktop app to be running?▼

Yes, macOS Spotify control requires the Spotify desktop application to be actively running. The AppleScript integration sends playback commands directly to the desktop app, meaning it will not function if the application is closed.

How do I check what track is currently playing on Spotify via macOS?▼

You can retrieve the current playback status by requesting information about the actively playing track. This returns details regarding the song currently playing within the Spotify desktop application on macOS.

Can I adjust Spotify volume from the terminal on macOS?▼

Yes, you can adjust the Spotify volume from the macOS terminal by increasing, decreasing, or setting the volume to a specific percentage using the available AppleScript integration commands.

Is Spotify terminal control limited to macOS operating systems?▼

Yes, this specific Spotify terminal control is exclusive to the macOS operating system. It relies on built-in AppleScript integration to communicate with the Spotify desktop application, which is not available on Windows or Linux.

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